14-Day Explores Northern and Southern Part Ethiopia Tour

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival in Addis Ababa

Start your journey with a visit to the majestic Trinity Cathedral, the final resting place of Emperor Haile Selassie. Then explore the National Museum for a rich introduction to Ethiopia’s history and culture. Head up to Entoto Hills for panoramic views of the city and a stop at Maryam Church. On the way, browse traditional garments at the Sheromeda market. End the day by exploring either the bustling Mercato or Sholla markets.
Overnight: New Daamat Hotel.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

Da'amat Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Addis Ababa – Bahir Dar

Catch a morning fly to Bahir Dar via Ethiopian Airlines. Enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Tana, source of the Blue Nile, and visit ancient monasteries on the Zege Peninsula—two from Ura Kidane Mehret, Azwa Maryam, Mehal Zege Giorgis, and Bete Maryam. Conclude with a scenic sunset from Bezawit Hills, overlooking the Nile.
Overnight: Bete DanielHotel.

Main Destination:

Bahir Dar (City)

Accommodation:

Bete Daniel Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Bahir Dar (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Bahir Dar – Gondar

Drive through the Ethiopian countryside to the historic city of Gondar. Tour the Royal Enclosure, a UNESCO site featuring medieval castles from the 17th century. Visit Debre Birhan Selassie Church, famous for its angel-filled ceiling and religious artwork.
Overnight: AG Hotel.

Main Destination:

Gondar (City)

Accommodation:

AG Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Gondar (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Gondar – Simien Mountains National Park

After breakfast, head to the dramatic landscapes of Simien Mountains National Park, home to rare wildlife like the endemic Walia Ibex and Gelada baboons and another bird species. Explore the area, then return to Gondar in the evening.
Overnight: AG Hotel in Gondar.

Main Destination:

Simien Mountains National Park

Best Time To Visit September to December (Beautiful scenery)

High Season October to April (Lodges are busy)

Best Weather October to April

Wildlife in Simien Mountains NP

Gelada Monkey Abundant

Walia Ibex Occasional

Ethiopian Wolf Rare

Klipspringer Rare

Bushbuck Rare

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Golden Jackal Rare

Hyena Rare

Accommodation:

AG Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located 2-3hr drive from Simien Mountains NP

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Gondar – Lalibela

Fly to Lalibela, home to Ethiopia’s iconic rock-hewn churches—a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore these 800-year-old marvels, including the largest monolithic church in the world, hidden passageways, and stunning religious art. In the afternoon, join a traditional coffee ceremony and learn how to bake injera, Ethiopia’s staple flatbread.
Overnight: Top Twelve Hotel.

Main Destination:

Lalibela (Town)

Accommodation:

Top Twelve Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Lalibela (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Lalibela

Choose between a scenic mule trek to the mountaintop Asheton Maryam Monastery or a drive to Yemrehanna Kristos Church, an older and architecturally unique structure nestled in a cave. In the afternoon, continue visiting the famous churches of Lalibela.
Overnight: Top Twelve Hotel.

Main Destination:

Lalibela (Town)

Accommodation:

Top Twelve Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Lalibela (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Lalibela – Addis Ababa

Visit any remaining churches in the morning. In the afternoon, fly back to Addis Ababa for an overnight stay and depend on out time we will try see how Ethiopian coffee roasted and Ethiopian cooking class in addition to this will visit baking Ethiopian Injera.
Overnight: Daamat Hotel.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

Da'amat Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Addis Ababa – Jinka – Turmi

Fly to Jinka, where a driver will meet you. After lunch, travel to Turmi, stopping along the way at the Dimeka Market and Hamar village. The Hamar people are known for their beauty and pastoral lifestyle. With time in Turmi, you may witness the unique "bull-jumping" ceremony—a rite of passage for young men.
Overnight: Jinka Resort.

Main Destination:

Turmi (Lower Omo Valley)

Accommodation:

Jinka Resort

• Budget hotel located in Jinka (Lower Omo Valley)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Turmi – Dassanech – Turmi

After breakfast, head to Omorate to visit the Dassanech people, who live near the Omo River. Their lifestyle has adapted to extreme conditions, and they even hunt crocodiles during the right season. After spending time with the tribe, return to Turmi.
Overnight: Jinka Resort.

Main Destination:

Turmi (Lower Omo Valley)

Accommodation:

Jinka Resort

• Budget hotel located in Jinka (Lower Omo Valley)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Turmi – Kara – Jinka

Travel to the Kara tribe, famous for their body painting and close cultural ties to the Hamar. After lunch in Turmi, continue to Jinka, visiting the Benna villages and the colorful Keyafar Market en route. In addition to this on the way we will visit many thing.
Overnight stay: Nasa Hotel.

Main Destination:

Jinka (Lower Omo Valley)

Accommodation:

Nasa Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Jinka (Lower Omo Valley)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Jinka – Addis Ababa

In the morning, visit the nearby Ari villages and local museum. Later, return to Addis Ababa. if we have time will try to visit those thing.

Drive to Entoto Hills, the former capital of Emperor Menelik II. Enjoy panoramic views over Addis Ababa.

Visit Entoto Maryam Church and the small museum nearby, showcasing royal and religious relics.

Optional: Walk or drive through the eucalyptus forest for a peaceful break from the city. Overnight: Daamat Hotel.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

Da'amat Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Addis Ababa – Semera – Afdera – Erta Ale Volcano

Fly to Semera, then drive into the Danakil Depression. Stop at Lake Afdera for a chance to swim in its salt-rich waters and see natural hot springs. After lunch, continue to Dodom, where your trek to the Erta Ale volcano begins. Camp overnight at the volcano’s rim to witness the extraordinary lava lake—one of the few permanent ones in the world.
Overnight: Camping near Erta Ale.

Main Destination:

Danakil Depression (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Erta Ale – HamadEla – Dallol

After breakfast, drive to HamadEla, passing camel caravans along the way. Visit Lake Assale and Ragad (Asebo), where locals extract salt from the earth and load it onto camels. Continue to the volcanic wonderland of Dallol to explore colorful salt formations and geysers.
Overnight: Camping.

Main Destination:

Erta Ale Volcano (Danakil Depression)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

HamadEla – Semera – Addis Ababa – Departure

Enjoy the sunrise, then travel to Semera for your return flight to Addis Ababa. Connect to your international departure or stay overnight if desired.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.